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Jared Huffman: I have to say this euphemism of emerging is insulting, given that communities I represent feel like their ports and…

On the recordApril 9, 2019
I have to say this euphemism of emerging is insulting, given that communities I represent feel like their ports and waterways are neglected and abandoned.
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Jared Huffman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Huffman criticizes the term 'emerging' for ports that are overlooked.

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